All members of the school community are expected to show respect to themselves and to others and their property. They will respect human rights, individual differences and the environment.
Integrity - Ponokiaia ano
All members of the school community are expected to be truthful, dependable and true to their word. They will respect confidentiality where appropriate and display loyalty to the school and its wider community.
Personal excellence - Te hiranga whaiaro
Our school community is expected to strive for excellence through self-motivation, self-management and perseverance.
Positive Relationships - Whakawhanaungatanga
All members of the school community are expected to relate positively to other people by showing kindness, empathy and compassion. They willingly contribute to, and participate in, community activities.
Engagement - Mamahi
All members of the school community are expected to be organised and punctual. They will recognise that we are all lifelong learners, show interest and initiative in their work and complete tasks to the best of their ability.
Responsibility - Haepapa
All members of the school community are expected to be responsible for their own learning and behaviour. They will be honest and aware of their duty to the school community.
Roxburgh Area School provides a safe and caring learning environment, where we recognise individual needs and encourage all students to develop to their full potential. We see the development of positive relationships in our school and wider community as key to the engagement of our students in their learning.